Mike and Keith discuss the early ski season conditions and the upcoming winter with their guest, Heather Burke from FamilySkiTrips.com. They dive into Heather's background, her experience with skiing, and how she started her website to help families plan their ski trips. Heather shares insights on the best skiing destinations in New England, the benefits of mega passes, and tips for skiing out west. Heather and her husband, Greg, also talk about their extensive travels, photographing ski areas, and the challenges of staying current in the ski journalism world. To wrap up, they discuss the impact of changing media landscapes and highlight some ideal ski destinations in both North America and Europe.

Topics

00:00 Introduction and Weather Update

01:43 Early Season Skiing Success

03:22 Vacation Planning and Ski Trips

09:01 Interview with Heather Burke

09:23 Heather's Skiing Background

11:55 Family Ski Trips and Advice

13:56 Skiing in the Alps and Canada

24:16 Packing Tips for Ski Trips

26:32 Exploring the Western Ski Experience

26:52 Cultural Differences Between East and West

27:22 Traveling with Kids: Tips and Experiences

28:31 Skiing Adventures in Japan and South America

31:14 The Evolution of Ski Journalism

38:15 Family Ski Trips: Planning and Recommendations

41:34 Skiing in New England: Top Spots and Tips

50:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts